Hello Wonderful Parents of Grade 5/6 Superstars!

I hope you’re all doing great and that your kids are settling into the school year with lots of energy and smiles. It’s been lots of fun getting to know the students and share stories about lego!

I wanted to share some cool updates and important dates so you can stay in the loop about what’s going on in our classroom.

1. Highroad Family BBQ – September 13th

Get ready for a fantastic evening of family fun! The Highroad Family BBQ is happening on the 13th. Bring your whole gang because it’s not only a chance to enjoy some good food but also a great opportunity for you to meet your child’s teacher. Can’t wait to hang out with you!

2. Photo Day – Tomorrow

Picture-perfect smiles, please! Tomorrow is Photo Day, so remind your kiddos to wear their snazziest uniforms. It’s their time to shine in front of the camera, and we want them looking their best.

3. Language Arts

In Language Arts, we are currently working on reading fluency to prepare for our Reader’s Theatre group project. Fluent readers possess several key skills, including reading accurately, using punctuation and expression, reading for comprehension, and maintaining a conversational pace. We’re also focusing on improving students’ responses when answering questions by encouraging them to use phrases like “because” and to use the question as a starting point for their answers.

4. Math

Math time is all about building confidence and sticking with challenges. We’re teaching our kids that everyone can rock at math, and that it’s all around us. Speed isn’t the goal (except when it comes to math facts)! We’re building strategies for tackling tricky math stuff and letting them know that it’s okay for math to be a little tough—it’s how they learn and grow.

5. Science

Our science lessons are off to a fantastic start as we explore the question: “How do scientists know so much?” We’ve engaged in fun activities that highlight the importance of careful listening and teamwork. This week, we’ll be delving into the mysteries of some intriguing substances, sparking your child’s curiosity about the world around them.
 

6. Bible Memory Verses

We’ll be diving into Bible memory verses soon towards the beginning of October. Feel free to chat with them about these verses to help deepen their understanding and make it a meaningful experience. I’ll have more information about bible memory verses as we get going and I’ll share the rubric I will be using to mark your child’s recitations. I’ll also provide more information about the student led devotions that we will be starting in October.

7. Chromebooks

Guess what? We introduced Chromebooks today, and the kids couldn’t be more excited! We’re planning lots of fun projects that will put these devices to good use. It’s a fantastic way for your child to develop digital skills and make learning even more exciting.

We hope this update keeps you in the know about what’s happening in our Grade 5/6 classroom. If you ever have any questions or thoughts, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me. I’m always available after school if you want to pop by the classroom. I’m super excited about the journey ahead and can’t wait to work together to make this school year amazing!

Thanks for being awesome parents and partners in our school adventure.